There is a lot about Thanksgiving that’s horrifying, but it’s been a largely unexploited holiday in the world of horror. In 2023 Eli Roth’s film Thanksgiving was released. Alan and I went to see this in theaters when it first came out, and sat next to a woman who fully ate a Thanksgiving meal in the seat next to us. It was packaged in a lot of tin foil. Thanksgiving (2023) is legitimately scary. I would even argue that there are scenes that are moments that go too far. I am n

I’ve often and loudly proclaimed that The Strangers (2008) is incredibly offensive to me because it’s based on real life events. Now, this is somewhat bold and contradictory of me, considering I have an entire brand and podcast focused on exploring the history of horror. Horror is the exploitation of human fear. All horror films do this. So why did I take issue with The Strangers? So what if The Strangers was inspired by real events, is that more upsetting than Psycho (1960)

For your Appetizer…  The Lure (2015) + Szarlotka with Pretzels - Some things lure you… into a nice hangover Sink your teeth into this...

It’s uncomfortably hot outside. Which can only mean it's the high season for summer horror blockbusters. Blockbusters are big budget...

I was surprised by Fresh (2022), in a good way. My sister told me to watch it, she said it was “right up my alley.” So, I’m still...

The novel Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley was published in 1818. Shelley started writing the story when she was...

Late Night with the Devil (2023) transports audiences back to a time when late night talk shows ruled the networks, and demonic...

I love disaster movies. And I especially love Twister (1996). It has become one of those films I put on when I am having a bad day....

From family vacations gone wrong to killer fish, seaside horror movies deserve their time in the sun. As you spend some quality time in...

Some families go on vacation to the seaside in the summer, other families prefer the calm, cool, peace of a quiet, serene lake. Similar...

In the height of Spring, I can’t help but take in the beautiful flowers and plants in bloom all around us. From strikingly vivid flowers,...

Midsommar (2019) and The Wicker Man (1973) are two stunningly bright horror films inspired by the pagan festivals associated with May...

Currently we are exploring the history of Artificial Intelligence represented in horror and science fiction films. Here are a few that we...

Because I am in my Sleep No More era, I have been rewatching many of my favorite Hitchcock films. Rebecca (1940) is based on the novel of...

In honor of True Detective Season 4, let’s talk about some of the best snow based horror movies. Snow can add so much to a story. It can...

Dystopian literature typically explores societies characterized by oppression. Dystopian stories leave us feeling without hope, at a...

In 1962 Carnival of Souls was released to audiences. It was not an immediate hit, but has evolved into a cult classic. The film stars...

I had avoided watching Uncut Gems for as long as possible. Mainly because it was described to me over and over again as “the most...

We at the Lunatics Project are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Lunatics Horror Awards. The Lunatics Project embraces...

It’s hard to reflect on “Saltburn” without spoiling the film itself, but I will try my best. It evokes many other films and novels that...